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As the Sabres continue to struggle to try to get back into the Eastern Conference playoff race after firing coach Lindy Ruff earlier this season, the next step may be an attempt to completely overhaul the club's roster.

Despite the denials of GM Darcy Regier, league sources confirmed to QMI Agency Saturday the Sabres are indeed ready to "blow it up" and pretty much every player on their roster is available before the April 3 trade deadline.

Sources say the Sabres aren't going to move high-scoring winger Thomas Vanek or top prospects Marcus Foligno, Cody Hodgson or Alexander Sulzer. Nobody would take Tyler Myers' contract, but every player is up for discussion.

The Sabres are treading water. They're about to miss the playoffs for the second straight year. They tried blaming coach Ruff, but replacement Ron Rolston hasn't exactly set the world on fire.

There will be plenty of talk and not much action for Regier. First of all, he's tough to make a trade with and teams won't want Ville Leino's $4.5-million cap hit through 2016-17 or worse Christian Ehrhoff at $4 million until 2020-21.

Captain Jason Pominville is indeed among those available and he'd be an attractive option for any team. He has a cap hit of $5.3 million through next season and is a heart and soul player who could help anybody. Tough deal to make.

A player who will likely get moved: RW Drew Stafford.

OFF THE GLASS: All eyes will be on Calgary RW Jarome Iginla with speculation building he's going to be dealt. The asking price set by Flames GM Jay Feaster will likely be: A No. 1 pick, a prospect and a roster player. "You're not getting the same Jarome Iginla. He's still a good player, I just don't know that they're going to hit the home run they expect to hit," said a league executive. "That being said somebody will overpay." The Penguins, Predators, Sharks, Red Wings and Bruins will make a pitch for Iginla. Word is Pittsburgh captain Sidney Crosby wouldn't mind if Iginla was on his wing ... Expect to see Washington move C Mike Ribeiro before the deadline. The Bruins, Canucks, Senators and Leafs may be looking for forward depth. Boston has to fill the loss of C Chris Kelly, who suffered a broken tibia.

THIS N' THAT: The Anaheim Ducks will listen to offers for RW Corey Perry, but don't expect him to move unless someone gives GM Bob Murray an offer he can't refuse. The chances of Perry re-signing with the Ducks are slim, but the club will challenge for a Stanley Cup. If Perry moves, the strong belief is he's coming East. The Wings will make a pitch along with the Habs, Leafs, Senators, Rangers and Flyers. Perry will want a deal similar to the eight-year, $66-million contract that C Ryan Getzlaf signed in Anaheim ... The Flyers and Kings have held talks with the Flames about D Jay Bouwmeester. He has one year left at $6.5 million ... The talk is UFA G Mike Smith is willing to sign with the Phoenix Coyotes as long as they'll ante up $6 million per season.

AROUND THE BOARDS: John Tortorella's act has raised the eyebrows of people around the league. Many are wondering if the Rangers' players are tiring of the crusty coach. He takes plenty of credit when they win but is quick to point the finger at the players when they lose ... Leafs GM Dave Nonis is willing to pay 50% of D Mike Komisarek's $3.5-million contract if there's anybody who needs help on the blueline. He has been a healthy scratch under coach Randy Carlyle and the Leafs would put Komisarek in a spot where he can play. Under the terms of the CBA, salary retention is allowed and Komisarek, a strong character, is an affordable commodity at $1.75 million.

RUMOURS DU JOUR: Doug Wilson has been busy working the phones. The San Jose Sharks GM isn't pleased with the club's inconsistency and he's open to all options. The club's UFA's -- LW Ryane Clowe, C Michael Handzus and D Douglas Murray -- are available and sources say Wilson "is in full panic mode." Murray is being "shopped hard" but one team backed off because of concerns about his conditioning. League executives believe Wilson is frustrated but he often stirs up discussions then doesn't deal. The Habs, Bruins and Penguins have interest in Clowe ... Three names to watch in Winnipeg because they're on the trade radar: LW Evander Kane, D Ron Hainsey and C Alexander Burmistov. The Jets aren't planning to deal D Dustin Byfuglien, but they are getting calls from teams interested. They know that can't move Byfuglien because the Jets wouldn't be the same without him. ... Habs GM Marc Bergevin is considering more moves. The Habs have been looking for a veteran defenceman for the run to the post-season and have an interest in Buffalo D Robin Regehr. We're also hearing whispers captain Brian Gionta may be moved in the off-season ... Dallas could be a deadline hotspot: The Stars may move C Derek Roy and LW Brendan Morrow. The Bruins are a good landing spot for Morrow. The two teams have been scouting each other heavily.

Buffalo Sabres looking to make moves prior to NHL trade deadline

As the Sabres continue to struggle to try to get back into the Eastern Conference playoff race after firing coach Lindy Ruff earlier this season, the next step may be an attempt to completely overhaul the club's roster.

Despite the denials of GM Darcy Regier, league sources confirmed to QMI Agency Saturday the Sabres are indeed ready to "blow it up" and pretty much every player on their roster is available before the April 3 trade deadline.

Sources say the Sabres aren't going to move high-scoring winger Thomas Vanek or top prospects Marcus Foligno, Cody Hodgson or Alexander Sulzer. Nobody would take Tyler Myers' contract, but every player is up for discussion.

The Sabres are treading water. They're about to miss the playoffs for the second straight year. They tried blaming coach Ruff, but replacement Ron Rolston hasn't exactly set the world on fire.